Connected Motion Research
Architecting the Mobility Solutions of Tomorrow
We are a research group within Connected Motion focused on architecting the next generation of mobility solutions.
Who We Are
A research group focused on the next generation of mobility
Our Vision
We have a vision of becoming a focal point for innovative mobility solutions in the region.
Our Mission
We plan to achieve that by leveraging promising technology and bringing together the brightest minds in the community.
What we Offer
Whether you are interested in collaboration or in research services we offer a variety of options.
Community Programs
Fellowships & Research Collaborations
We are proud to offer support for contributors and researchers to advance innovation in both the mobility space and technologies tied to it. We offer a mix of research oriented and community oriented problems.
Innovation Fellowship
Up to one year support for contributors and maintainers for CM Open Source Projects. These are mostly Rust embedded-oriented fellowships including hardware support. Open to individuals worldwide with demonstrated interest in Rust and embedded. Applicants of all levels are encouraged to apply.
Research Collaboration
This is an outcome-based incentive-based program focused on local community researchers in the MENA region working on more involved research problems. These would be problems typically identified by CM that also have a potential path to commercialization.
Research Focus Areas
Discover Technology Opportunities
We work on a variety of areas relevant to mobility. Many of the areas we are working on have a path to commercialization. We have a particular interest in advancing open source and enabling technologies like Rust and Edge AI.
Calls will open two times a year relevant to one or more of these topics. You have the chance also to submit your own idea within these areas for consideration.
Areas of Interest
Four focus areas. Endless possibilities.
Channel Sensing Technologies
Channel sensing offers a non-intrusive alternative to sensors like cameras and microphones. It can also be enabled by existing technologies like WiFi. As an example, several mobility applications demand solutions to detect occupants, authenticate drivers, monitor their driving habits and health. Things like driver fatigue detection, heart rate monitoring, and systems that track stress or attentiveness. Additionally, mobility solutions like autonomous vehicles and car sharing require detecting the presence of passengers in the vehicle.
Check Open CallsLocation Technologies
Internet of Things (IoT) is a field emerging in mobility driving lots of data and analytics from vehicles to optimize performance and enhance customer service. IoT and many mobility applications (e.g., navigation, fleet management) require consistent connectivity and/or ability to find people and assets, which can be compromised in areas with poor or no network coverage. At Connected Motion we are interested in technologies like sensor-based positioning systems and vision-based localization to address issues like limited network coverage and unreliable location services.
Check Open CallsDiagnostics & Inspection Technologies
Maintenance costs are really significant in mobility areas. Additionally, sudden vehicle breakdown can cause huge disruptions for users. Service & inspection are also cost drivers in mobility. Service time is an important measure and damage inspection is susceptible to human error. At Connected Motion we are interested in technologies using AI, machine learning, and IoT to diagnose different types of vehicle failures before they occur and inspect for any failures after occurring.
Check Open CallsVehicle Telematics
The rise of Vehicle Telematics is transforming the mobility landscape by harnessing data from connected vehicles to improve operational efficiency, safety, and customer experiences. Telematics systems integrate advanced sensors, communication networks, and analytics to monitor vehicle performance, driver behavior, and fleet operations in real time. At Connected Motion, we are focused on exploring innovative telematics solutions, such as advanced sensor fusion and onboard data processing, to overcome limitations like inconsistent network coverage and ensure robust, accurate vehicle insights.
Check Open CallsCommunity Driven
We Love Open Source
At Connected Motion we believe in the power of community. We also believe that open-source technology is a significant driver and accelerator of innovation. As such, we like to incorporate the use of and contribute to open-source in our projects. This includes the use of memory-safe languages like Rust and open architectures like RISC-V.
Technologies We Champion
Ready to Collaborate?
Explore our research focus areas or apply to one of our programs today.